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2010 Map of Atencio

Name: 2010 Topographic Map of Atencio
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2010
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2010

About this map

The settlement of Atencio sits at the southern edge of a landscape defined by sharp elevation shifts and winding drainage paths in northeast New Mexico. To the north, Piñon Ridge overlooks a series of rugged terrain features, including Dry Canyon, Box Canyon, and Rodriguez Canyon. These geographical names suggest the historic importance of water management and natural corridors for travel through this high-altitude region.

Transport and utility infrastructure are focused along specific routes like County Rd-B061 and County Rd-B044, connecting the sparse residents of this Union County territory. A solitary landmark, the Big Windmill, stands in the eastern portion of the quadrangle, serving as a functional marker for local ranching operations and water access. The map captures a moment when the rural character of the area remains firmly tied to its natural landmarks like Carl Canyon and Road Canyon.